Category Archives: Local News
Schlueter ordered held on $250,000 bond following arraignment, faces multiple CSC charges
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - A 32-year-old Tekonsha man has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies following a sexual assault investigation that began earlier this month. On Friday, deputies from ...
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Sheriff's office warns of scammers impersonating Secretary of State's Office
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County Sheriff's Department is warning residents about a surge in "smishing" scams involving fraudulent text messages that impersonate the Michigan Secretary of State...
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Charles Scott honored as Veteran of the Month by Congressman Walberg
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - U.S. Army veteran and Coldwater native Charles R. Scott was honored Monday as the "Veteran of the Month" for May by U.S. Representative Tim Walberg. Scott, who reached the rank ...
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St. Charles Borromeo School announces expansion plans for 2026-27 school year
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Officials at St. Charles Borromeo School have announced expansion plans for the 2026-2027 school year which include offering 9th grade (on a trial basis), a second kindergarten ...
May 04, 2026
School Bond Issues to be voted on Tuesday in Coldwater and Quincy
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - After months of planning, community engagement meetings, radio interviews and countless building tours both Coldwater Community Schools and Quincy Community schools are now read...
May 04, 2026
Coldwater's Jackson Cilla among MCCU scholarship winners
Marshall, mi (wtvb) - Marshall Community Credit Union awarded $25,000 in scholarships to ten local students during its April 17, 2026, annual meeting, with each recipient receiving $2,500 for higher e...
May 04, 2026
$350 million Medicaid spending surge in Michigan prompting calls for federal investigation
LANSING, Mich. - A sudden $350 million surge in Michigan's Medicaid spending has prompted calls for a federal investigation as state lawmakers grapple with a tightening budget for 2026. State Republic...
May 04, 2026
Business Beat : Small Business Appreciation week highlights the big impact of small businesses around Branch County
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Small Business Appreciation Week is shining a spotlight on the vital role independent retailers and service providers play in the Branch County economy. Local officials emphasiz...
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Coldwater man facing multiple CSC Felonies
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - A 32-year-old Coldwater man was arrested on multiple CSC charges on Sunday. Ryan Joseph Schlueter was booked into the Branch County Jail at 12:35 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Accordin...
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Entries for American Flags Across Branch County photo contest now being accepted
The Early Bird Exchange Club has launched its "Flags Across Branch County" photo contest, inviting local residents to capture and share images that showcase the beauty and significance of the American...
May 04, 2026
